May 7, 2025

AI risky as corporate governance tool, USask-led team finds

Corporate leaders today face increasing pressure to use artificial intelligence (AI) applications to augment decision-making, but they should be wary of risks in AI that can undermine the power and influence of strategic management roles.

May 5, 2025

Five USask faculty members honoured with distinguished professorship

The honorary title of distinguished professor is an award that celebrates lifetime achievement in research, scholarly, and artistic work. Three University of Saskatchewan (USask) faculty members and two professors emerti were selected to receive the honorary title this year.

May 5, 2025

‘Writing makes my life meaningful’

Alumnus Dr. Yuan Changming (MA’92, PhD’96), who studied English at the University of Saskatchewan, is an award-winning poet, writer, editor, publisher, tutor, and translator

Apr 30, 2025

USask appoints Scott Banda as 17th chancellor

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has appointed Scott Banda (BA'86, LLB'90) as its 17th chancellor, an appointment that was confirmed by University Senate on April 26, 2025.

Apr 14, 2025

Supporting our students

Completing a degree in medicine is a major achievement and a huge responsibility. It requires a significant investment of time, money, and dedication. Support in the form of scholarships, bursaries and awards can be critical in ensuring students have the resources they need to achieve their educational goals.

Apr 14, 2025

Food for thought

USask alumnus Bob Deutscher (BComm’10), who runs a food photography business in Saskatoon, reflects on his time as a university student and his current entrepreneurial pursuits

Apr 7, 2025

The impact of Rossmo’s Formula

While working as a police officer, USask graduate Dr. Kim Rossmo (BA’78) developed a mathematical model to help locate serial criminals. His innovative work in criminology has since sparked diverse research in epidemiology, biology, the arts, and more.

Apr 1, 2025

USask alumni earn book award nominations

More than a dozen USask graduates have been shortlisted for the 2025 Saskatchewan Book Awards, which will be celebrated during a gala and awards ceremony on May 9 in Saskatoon

Mar 31, 2025

‘Turning curiosity into action’

Award-winning USask graduate Dr. Monique Simair (BSc’04, PhD’09) has leveraged her passion for science, innovation, and problem-solving into two successful environmental consultancy businesses

Feb 25, 2025

Young Innovators: USask researchers ‘dig deep’ to address heavy metal contamination in Canada’s boreal forest

The open expanse of Saskatchewan’s Prairie landscape quietly recedes into a thick band of spruce, pine and fir trees only a few hours’ drive north of the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) campus. Stretching for more than 400,000 km2, the province’s boreal forest is just a snapshot of a large network of trees and hardy plants that reach across the entire country.

Feb 14, 2025

Celebrating alumni love stories

On Valentine’s Day, USask graduates are sharing how they met their future partners while studying on campus

Feb 13, 2025

Making a difference on campus and beyond

USask graduate Tasnim Jaisee (BA’24, CQGS’24), who works in the Office of the Provost and Vice-President Academic, advocates for greater inclusion and accessibility

Feb 11, 2025

Celebrating women in science: A look inside the labs of USask researchers

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated annually on February 11 and promotes gender equality in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). For this year, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is celebrating researchers who are making great advancements in their field and forging a path for the next generation of scientists.

Feb 10, 2025

USask unveils new Edwards School of Business classrooms thanks to generous donors

Students at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Edwards School of Business are now experiencing the benefits of two state-of-the-art classrooms designed to foster innovation and excellence in business education. The newly renovated spaces are made possible by the generosity of Mel Berg (BComm’67) and Art Korpach (BComm’79) and his family.

Feb 5, 2025

2025 Wall of Honour

The College of Education was pleased to recognize the following alumni for their accomplishments and dedication to the profession during the Academic Awards and Wall of Honour ceremony on January 31.

Jan 30, 2025

Senator a passionate ‘USaskvocate’

USask graduate Dr. Shankar Das (MBA’08), a professional agrologist, is making a difference by serving on the Senate as a representative of the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists

Dec 18, 2024

Wu honored as Fellow of two prestigious engineering societies

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Engineering proudly shares that Dr. Fangxiang Wu (PhD'04), Professor and Graduate Chair of Mechanical Engineering, Division of Biomedical Engineering, has recently been named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and a Fellow of the UK Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), recognizing his exceptional contributions and sustained achievements in the field of engineering.

Dec 18, 2024

‘There’s no end to what I can make’

USask graduate Sherri Hrycay (BEd’94) draws upon her university education and her love of fashion for her hat and clothing business, Sova Design Millinery & Apparel

Dec 10, 2024

A commitment to life-long learning

Retired entomologist Dr. Joe D. Shorthouse (PhD’75), who spent much of his career studying gall-inducing insects on wild roses, continues to pursue his passion for scientific discovery and storytelling

Dec 10, 2024

Jessica Pawlik Named to 2025 FISU World University Games Medical Staff

Friday morning (Dec. 6) U SPORTS announced the eight personnel who will make up the medical staff for the 2025 FISU World University Games in Torino, Italy in the new year. Among those announced was Huskie Athletics and Huskie Health's very own Jessica Pawlik (BSP'03), who will serve as a multi-sport therapist as part of the core medical staff.

Nov 28, 2024

‘University taught me how to learn’

Studying finance and economics at USask has benefited alumna Faye Moffatt (BComm’04, CPDS’06, MA’07) in her journey as a self-taught chocolatier and entrepreneur

Nov 21, 2024

USask honours achievements of two new Rhodes Scholars

Two University of Saskatchewan (USask) students have been selected to receive prestigious Rhodes Scholarships for the second time in two years. Only 11 scholarships are awarded to students across the country each year.

Nov 18, 2024

Giving back in life and death

USask graduate and veterinary toxicologist Dr. Barry Blakley (BSc’70, Sc’71, DVM’75, MSc’77, PhD) made a big impact in his profession and in the classroom. After passing away in March from pancreatic cancer, his legacy continues through ocular donations and student scholarships.

Nov 15, 2024

Friends of VIDO receives $1 million from celebrated Saskatoon philanthropist

A generous donation of $1 million from Ellen Remai, through the Frank and Ellen Remai Foundation, will support the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), a world-class research facility at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), with an aim to stop emerging infectious diseases and future pandemics.